Appliance preparation depends on the specific model and its installation. The safest source for disconnection, transport position and restart guidance is the manufacturer manual or a qualified installer where appropriate.
Use the right source for each appliance
Empty and clean appliances where practical, keep manuals accessible and ask the mover what it needs you to prepare. For plumbing, electrical or gas work, use a competent professional rather than treating a moving checklist as technical instruction. Confirm appliance transport requirements with the manufacturer.
Your next step: How to Prepare Your Fridge, Freezer and Washing Machine for Moving
Turn the article into a short note for your own how to prepare your fridge, freezer and washing machine for moving: record the facts that affect the decision, check them against the relevant official or provider guidance, and confirm anything booking-specific in writing. That keeps useful preparation separate from assumptions about a particular move.
